Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base
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About Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base
Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Wynantskill, United States. It sits at an elevation of 488 ft (149 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,000 ft / 914 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Rensselaer County Airport (5B7), about 3.3 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 150 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2000 ft MSL | 4300 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erastus Corning Tower | 623 ft | 151 ft | — |
| Livingston Tower | 285 ft | 285 ft | — |
| Mohawk Tower | 285 ft | 279 ft | — |
| Stuyvesant Tower | 285 ft | 262 ft | — |
| Eastman Tower | 285 ft | 269 ft | — |
| Home Savings Bank Building | 276 ft | 33 ft | — |
| One Commerce Plaza | 269 ft | 312 ft | — |
| The City Savings Bank Building | 266 ft | 92 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base located?
Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Wynantskill, United States, at an elevation of 488 ft (149 m).
How many runways does Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base have?
Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base in?
Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base is approximately 13° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base is Rensselaer County Airport (5B7), about 3.3 nm to the ne, followed by Alexander Farm Airport and Cross' Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Snyder's Lake Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.